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Pulse Sports explores five African athletes poised for historic performances at the Paris 2024 Olympic Games, each seeking to break records and claim gold.
Olympic Games anticipation is mounting and all eyes are on Paris 2024, where a group of exceptional African athletes is poised to leave an indelible mark.
These contenders from Kenya, Nigeria, Uganda and Zambia again are not just participating; they are on a quest to redefine records and capture gold in what promises to be a historic event.
Pulse Sports dives into the stories of these five athletes who are expected to dominate their disciplines at the upcoming games as per SuperSport.
Faith Kipyegon
Faith Kipyegon of Kenya is not just any athlete; she is a middle-distance runner who has consistently shattered expectations and records alike.
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With back-to-back Olympic gold medals already under her belt, Kipyegon has raised the bar even higher heading into the Paris Olympics.
Her 2023 season was nothing short of spectacular, breaking three world records in the 1500m, the mile, and the 5000m.
At the World Championships in Budapest, she became the first woman to clinch both the 1500m and 5000m titles, setting the stage for a historic attempt at the Paris Games.
Kipyegon’s ambition doe not stop at defending her titles; she aims to convert her world championship double victory into an Olympic one, potentially becoming the greatest Kenyan athlete in history.
Tobi Amusan
Nigeria’s Tobi Amusan has redefined the 100m hurdles, holding the world record and a slew of titles from the African Championships, the African Games, and the Commonwealth Games.
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Yet, an Olympic medal has eluded her—a gap she is determined to fill in Paris. Following a narrow miss at the Tokyo 2020 Games, where she finished fourth, and a brief suspension scare cleared swiftly by a Disciplinary Tribunal, Amusan is more motivated than ever to claim Olympic gold.
Joshua Cheptegei
Joshua Cheptegei has become a household name in Uganda and among distance running enthusiasts worldwide.
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Holding world records in both the 5000m and 10,000m, his Olympic quest in Paris is clear—capture the elusive double gold.
Although he secured the 5000m gold and 10,000m silver in Tokyo, Cheptegei views his near-miss as motivation to go one step further in Paris.
Inspired by a humbling setback at the 2017 World Cross Country Championships in his home country, he has since dominated the distance running scene, striving to become Uganda's first double gold medalist at a single Olympics.
Patrick Chinyemba
Patrick Chinyemba, a name not widely known outside boxing circles, is on a mission to end Zambia’s 40-year Olympic medal drought in the sport.
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After securing his place as the first Zambian qualifier for Paris 2024, Chinyemba also claimed gold at the African Games.
His readiness for Olympic glory was further highlighted when he was named Zambian sportsman of the year.
With a deep-seated desire to win in the ring and prove his mettle Chinyemba is poised to be not just a participant but a standout performer in Paris.
Eliud Kipchoge
Eliud Kipchoge’s list of achievements is staggering—back-to-back Olympic golds in the marathon, multiple World Marathon Major victories, and record-breaking marathon times.
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As he approaches the age of 40, Kipchoge shows no signs of slowing down. His unparalleled commitment to his craft, combined with a strategic approach to training and recovery, makes him a formidable contender for yet another Olympic gold.
Paris might witness another historic run from this marathon legend who continues to redefine endurance and determination.
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